United Airlines

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At a glance

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the nation.  It’s headquartered in Chicago, which is also the location of the largest United hub.  United has a collection of co-branded credit cards that allow you to rack up miles, gain access to lounges, and more. This article directory gives you the resources to plan out your travel strategy for United Airlines.

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Star Alliance

(800) 864-8331

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Latest Reviews

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Long-haul from Maui: A 767 red-eye to Newark in United’s best business-class seat
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What it’s like flying United’s newest flagship transcon routes from New York-JFK
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TPG round-up: 5 worst economy meals in the sky
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8 ways the United Polaris long-haul experience has changed
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The good – and bad – of flying United’s transcon Polaris during the pandemic
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Flight review: United’s A320 in Economy Plus from New York to Denver

Essential Reading

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United Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them
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Your ultimate guide to United Airlines partners
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A comprehensive guide to United Airlines’ new same-day flight change policy
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Latest Deals

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Act fast: Deals available on holiday, transcontinental business-class tickets
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Ring in the new year with United flights to Honolulu from Los Angeles for as few as 9,400 miles
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Mileage deal alert: United flights from Los Angeles and Newark from 5,500 miles
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Deal alert: Fly business class to London for as low as $1,875 round-trip
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Mexico deal alert: Plan a weekend escape to Los Cabos from $219 nonstop
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Act fast: Get round-trip flights to Costa Rica for under $400

All United Stories

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How to get an upgrade when flying on major US airlines
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Quick Points: Flying to Europe? Find more award space with this (slightly inconvenient) strategy
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Current airline elite status match and challenge options you should know about
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This is how close to flight time you can change your ticket on major US carriers
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How late can I be to an airport and still board?
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The ultimate guide to earning miles with the United MileagePlus Shopping portal
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Sweet Spot Sunday: How to fly to Israel in business class for just 55,250 points
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Which airports and airlines use TSA PreCheck?
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United changes how it shows saver awards online — how to tell if flights are bookable with a partner
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What is the Clear expedited airport security program — and is it worth it?
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Complete guide to taxes and fees on airline tickets
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Airline shopping portal sweepstakes winners could earn 100,000 miles or points

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